Florida HB 803: The $7,500 Building Permit Exemption, Explained

September 9, 2026

Florida contractors and homeowners have a new tool for small residential projects. Starting July 1, 2026, Florida law requires local building departments to exempt certain residential work valued under $7,500 […]

Florida’s 9th Edition Building Code Is Expected December 31: What Contractors Should Do Before Then

August 28, 2026

Florida contractors should prepare now for the next major code transition. The 9th Edition (2026) Florida Building Code takes effect December 31, 2026, replacing the 8th Edition (2023), which has […]

Florida Electrical Contractor CE Requirements (2026)

June 15, 2026

For licensed electrical contractors in Florida, completing continuing education is a required part of the license renewal process. These requirements are established to ensure contractors remain current with building codes, […]

What is on the Florida Real Estate Exam?

November 14, 2025

Becoming a real estate agent in Florida could be the exciting opportunity you’ve been looking for if you’re looking for a new career with limitless income and a flexible schedule. […]

Gold Coast Schools Alumni, Sasha Valdes, Named Finalist for Real Estate Rookie of the Year Program

October 24, 2024

Gold Coast Schools alumni Sasha Valdes was recently named a RISMedia Rookie of the Year award finalist. Valdes was a new mom living in Colorado when she visited a friend […]

The Impact of Florida’s Growing Tech Sector on the Housing Market

March 14, 2024

The Impact of Florida’s Growing Tech Sector on the Housing Market Florida’s burgeoning tech sector is reshaping the housing market in ways that are both exhilarating and challenging. This transformation […]